As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Radio Operator in San Antonio, TX is $39,147, equivalent to $19 per hour, $753 weekly, or $3,262 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Radio Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Radio Operator in San Antonio, TX vary widely, spanning from $30,703 to $53,509. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,727) and 75th percentile ($46,665), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,509 per year. This $11,938 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Audio Systems, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Antonio Radio Operator often earn 4.5% lower than national averages. However, San Antonio currently ranks 643 statewide for Radio Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Radio Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $30,703 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $34,727 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $39,147 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $46,665 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $53,509 San Antonio, TX July 01, 2026
25% $34,727 10% $30,703 90% $53,509 75% $46,665 $39,147 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Radio Operator ?

A radio operator refers to a person who is responsible for the operations of a radio system. The profession of radio operator has become largely obsolete with the automation of radio-based tasks in recent decades. Nevertheless, radio operators are still employed in maritime and aviation fields. In most cases radio transmission is now only one of several tasks of a radio operator. In the United States, the title of Certified Radio Operator is granted to those who pass a test issued by the Society of Broadcast Engineers....

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Radio Operator in San Antonio, TX. The base salary for Radio Operator ranges from $34,727 to $46,665 with the average base salary of $39,147. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,504 to $46,746 with the average total cash compensation of $40,658.

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